Tires for Ford Focus 3: how to choose, tire sizes and pressure, tips for monitoring performance, technical characteristics of winter and summer tires

Wheel size and required tire pressure for Ford Focus 3rd generation

Tires	Norma (Bar)	Max. front loading	Min. rear loading
205/55/R16	2,1	2,4	2,8
215/55/R16	2,1	2,4	2,8
215/50/R17	2,1	2,4	2,8
235/40/R18	2,1	2,4	2,8

In winter, tire pressure is reduced by 0.1-0.3 bar, increasing the contact patch for traction with the coating. The check becomes part of the daily procedure, otherwise the car owner loses traction.

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What tire sizes does the manufacturer recommend to install?

Tire sizes are not the only parameter that must be taken into account when purchasing wheels at a car store. There are a number of other important parameters that you need to familiarize yourself with in advance. When choosing, you need to consider:

design features of a particular vehicle, installed engine - diesel, gasoline, other;
disc type – stamped, forged, cast;
the size of the contact patch and the load on the wheel.

It is important to take into account all the nuances listed above. This is the only way to avoid standard mistakes when choosing new wheels. Cars produced in 2018-2019 are available in two trim levels:

stamped steel wheels with 205/55 R16 tires;
light alloy wheels with tires 215/55 R

The options listed above are standard, standard sizes, the installation of which is carried out directly at the factory, when assembling the car. The options listed above are optimal for this vehicle. Size 16 is standard, positioned as the standard diameter. However, it is possible to install non-standard wheels with a larger radius.

It should be noted: in dealerships, cars on display are usually equipped with tires that correspond to standard sizes determined by the manufacturer. However, it should be noted that new cars on Continental and Bridgestone tires are on sale.

The reason lies in the annual change in the cost of specific tire models. After finishing a large batch purchased in bulk from one manufacturer, the plant may opt for another brand. This explains the presence of different tires.

Standard sizes of wheels of the third Focus

When purchasing a car at a dealership, a potential car owner will be faced with a minimum of options for installing wheels. This is due to the fact that car dealers do not specialize in selling tires, and the main task facing them is selling a car!

Most often, the salon will offer only two options:

205/55R16, if the wheels are stamped steel
215/55R16, if the buyer agreed to fork out for light alloy wheels

At the same time, the manufacturer allows the installation of alloy wheels with 215/50/17 tires. However, for each type of model there are specific dimensions, a table with which is usually glued to the driver’s door pillar.

But drivers may get different tires depending on the time of purchase. Apparently car factories buy large quantities of tires, and therefore cars roll off the assembly line for a long time on the same tires. Then, for some reason, for example, due to an increase in the cost of the usual rubber, the plant switches to another! So you can buy a Ford Focus 3 with both Continental tires and Bridgestone tires.

What tires are suitable for Ford Focus

There will be no definite answer, since everything depends on several factors:

Design features of the car - is it a sedan, hatchback or station wagon, diesel engine or gasoline
Wheel rim type – stamped iron or cast light alloy
Wheel installation location - front or rear wheel
Wheel load - normal vehicle load or maximum weight with cargo and passengers
Using standard sizes recommended by the manufacturer, or tuning, which includes replacing standard disks, and possibly making changes to the suspension design.

These technical features will contribute to the correct choice of tire and wheel sizes, but the work on selecting tires will not end there, since the choice of the manufacturer remains. Here you will have to rely on reviews, brand popularity and the financial capabilities of the buyer.

Wheels and tires for Ford Focus 3: sizes, maintenance, main nuances when choosing

The third generation Ford Focus was presented in early 2010 at the North American Auto Show in Detroit. The car was made in 3 bodies - sedan, hatchback and station wagon.

Ford Focus is one of the most popular cars on the world market, the share of sales of which is constantly growing. This result is achieved due to the excellent price-quality ratio.

Moreover, the third generation was made in a “kinetic” style, which looks very modern and attractive even today.

Among other things, the Ford Focus has excellent on-road performance and is a pleasure to drive. This is largely achieved through the correct selection of wheels and tires, which are responsible for the stability and traction of the car. In our article we will discuss how to choose what tires and what wheels to install, what size they are and other issues related to wheels on a Ford Focus.

Winter tires for Ford Focus

Before purchasing winter tires for a Ford Focus, you should understand all its parameters, and also decide on the tire size. You can choose high-quality tires for your vehicle, thanks to various tests, ratings and reviews from owners.

Winter tires are considered the best and ideal for Ford Focus for the 2017 and 2022 seasons:

Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000 is a studded tire that is designed specifically for harsh winters and has a number of advantages:

Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000

safety and reliability;
maneuverability;
confident movement at any temperature;
ideal grip on icy and snowy surfaces;
increased number of spines;
ability to make an emergency stop on ice;
high structural strength;
noiselessness;
behaves well in a rut;
introduction of studs into the tire for reliability;
no aquaplaning;
increased tenacity.

Nordman Hakkapeliitta 4 is another well-known global brand, which is available in various sizes, it has such advantages as:

the presence of spikes recessed into the rubber;

Nordman Hakkapeliitta 4
increased grip on the road surface;
presence of lamella amplifier;
impossibility of getting pebbles and dirt into the tire;
the presence of an o-ring to protect against damage;
reduction of noise level when driving;
excellent maneuverability on ice;
the presence of an extended tread, which is reinforced with steel breakers;
the presence of grooves that actively remove water and snow;
excellent tire balancing from the factory;
low cost with high quality.

Yokohama Ice Guard iG35 is a high-quality Japanese winter tire that is ideal for passenger vehicles because it has some advantages:

Yokohama Ice Guard iG35

the presence of 3-D lamellas;
ability to move on icy and snowy roads;
ability to move on wet road surfaces;
increased level of maneuverability and controllability;
expanded contact patch;
the presence of a web of grooves that can effectively remove not only snow and water, but also dirt;
the presence of protrusions around the tire studs;
no deformation when temperature increases or decreases;
reduced vibration and noise levels;
presence of a strong lateral surface.

Choosing which winter tires are suitable for a particular Ford Focus 1 or Ford Focus 3 rests solely with the potential owner.

Features of summer tires for Ford Focus

Finding high-quality Ford Focus tires for the summer is quite simple; all you need to do is read reviews on the Internet and test data. It is worth noting that summer tires on the Ford Focus 2 are not too different from winter velcro tires, since they do not have studs and perfectly remove liquid from puddles and slush.

Ford Focus 2 car

Summer tires for Ford Focus 2 are characterized by a unique tread pattern that provides maximum grip on the road surface. At the same time, even the highest quality winter tires cannot ensure the removal of water, since they do not have wide channels.

The Ford Focus 2 car is a quite popular model in Russia and the world, since it can be fitted with tires with a diameter of r16, and you can choose sizes from 195/65R15 to 205/55R1.

To decide which tires are suitable for summer, you should immediately understand that the quality of the tires directly depends on the manufacturer. It is worth paying close attention to tires from Nokian, Goodyear, Gislaved, Yokohama, Bridgestone.

As a rule, experienced car owners recommend purchasing models MAXXIS MA-202, Nordman SX, Hakka Green, Matador Elite 3. Summer tires of this type are characterized by the presence of wide grooves, reduced levels of vibration and noise, the absence of spikes and predictable behavior on asphalt surfaces, maneuverability and controllability.

Tire sizes for Ford Focus

Ford Focus tires can be sold in completely different sizes, which can actually be found on the tires themselves. The fact is that for such a car the Ford Focus tire size is most often r16, which includes models such as Rosava Itegro 205/55 R16 91V, Matador MP 61 Adhessa or Debica Navigator 2.

FORD FOCUS RS JANT

It is worth clarifying that the size of a Ford Focus 3 or Ford Focus 1 tire does not depend in any way on the seasonality of the tire or the car model.
At the same time, tires on the Ford Focus 3 can also be sold in sizes r15 or r17, which will fit perfectly to the wheel, ensuring the absence of dirt and moisture.
In size r15, it is possible to purchase high-quality winter and summer tires from the brands Premiorri Solazo 195/65 R15, Orium Winter 601, Kleber Quadraxer 2, Vredestein Quatrac 5.
Size r17 will help you choose tires for winter and summer tracks from Michelin CrossClimate Plus 225/45 R17, Triangle Snow Lion, or the famous brand Premiorri Solazo S Plus.

What should the tire pressure be?

Ford car tire

Another question among beginners is what the tire pressure of a passenger car should be. All these parameters and any numbers indicate the pressure in the Ford Focus tires with normal loading of the luggage compartment and the presence of no more than three passengers in the cabin.

You should periodically check your tire pressure in order to drive safely around the city. You can measure this unit yourself using a pressure gauge or contact a tire shop. This parameter should be checked on each unheated tire, that is, after the trip the car will have to sit.

The tire pressure of a Ford Focus car should not exceed the normal level depending on the engine and model:

Ford Focus 2 with a 1.4 liter engine - 2.1 for front and rear wheels;
Ford Focus 2 with a 2-liter engine - when fully loaded, it is no more than 2.4 for the front wheel and 2.8 for the rear wheel.

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How high is the tread on new summer tires compared to winter tires?

Tread depth for products intended for the winter period is an extremely important indicator. In summer, driving on dry roads allows for significant wear of the pattern, while in winter, safety directly depends on its depth.

Winter tires are divided into several types:

Scandinavian type.

This type of tire was developed for driving in severe frost and snowfall conditions. Answering the question, what should be the tread height of passenger tires in comparison with this one, it should be 8 mm, which is quite significant. This type of tire is characterized by an asymmetrical pattern. Rectangular cups are designed to act on snow and ice, which are removed from the contact surface using lamellas.

Studded.

Studs provide traction by breaking up snow and ice. Such tires can also be used for driving on asphalt, however, they make quite a lot of noise. During sudden braking, the studs may be damaged.

Frictional.

This type of tire is suitable for driving in mud and slush, as well as in light snow conditions. The answer to the question of how much the tread height of summer tires should be in comparison with this type of rubber is that it can be 3 mm less. This rubber is characterized by thin sipes, as well as the presence of special lugs, which significantly increases the grip area on wet asphalt. The pattern on this type of rubber is symmetrical.

Measuring instruments

To find out exactly what pressure is in the working machine, you need to have a special device - a pressure gauge. In this case, it is impossible to get by with some improvised means or “by eye”.

The following types of pressure gauge are distinguished:

mechanical;
electronic.

Pointer pressure gauges are the easiest to use. It is based on a special spring. Tire pressure can be seen on the gauge scale. If you need to systematically check what pressure is in the Ford Transit, Mondeo or Focus tires, you can use the simplest and at the same time durable option.

Pointer pressure gauge

Electric pressure gauges are becoming increasingly popular. The tire pressure indicator can be seen on the screen. In addition, such pressure gauges are more compact, so you can always keep them at hand. The error of this electronic type of device is only 0.05 bar. Compared to other similar devices, this figure is minimal.

Pressure check

This process requires the use of a special device called a pressure gauge.
It can be of several types, including: Pointer pressure gauges are the simplest and are based on a spring. The latter have a similar principle of operation, except that they use a cylindrical spring. The most convenient and modern is the electronic pressure gauge, since it has a screen that displays the tire pressure. The last option has a rather complicated structure, and therefore we will not dwell on this issue.

In order to decide which pressure gauge is better, you need to know about their advantages and disadvantages. The switch version has a low price, but is characterized by high accuracy. Its disadvantages are its fragility, since when dropped or hit it quickly breaks and cannot be repaired.

Procedure for replacing the power steering pump for Ford Focus 2

If you need a more durable and reliable option, then you should pay attention to a mechanical pressure gauge. In most cases, it has the shape of a pen, but its significant disadvantage is low accuracy. As for the electronic pressure gauge, it has the highest cost and accuracy. Its error is 0.05 bar, which is an excellent result compared to other types. Base your choice on your needs. The experience of many car enthusiasts suggests that if you need a pressure gauge for domestic use for your Ford Focus 2, then the simplest option will do.

Checking the pressure should be done on cold tires, since it is in this state that they will correspond to the outside temperature. If you measured this indicator immediately after a long trip by car, it will be incorrect. Also, do not forget that you need to check each wheel, and it is wrong to draw conclusions based on the results of one measurement.

It should also be noted that if you don’t have time, then you can trust tire service professionals who will check the pressure for pennies and, if necessary, pump up the tires. Carrying out such actions should be a habit, since it affects the safety and comfort of movement.

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2.16. Tire pressure

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Hatchback models
Pressure (cold tire)	Front	Rear
Models 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4 liters with carburetor:
– up to 3 passengers:
tires 145 R 13	1.9 bar	1.7 bar
tires 155 R 13	1.8 bar	1.6 bar
tires 165 R 13	1.7 bar	1.7 bar
tires 175/70 R 13	1.8 bar	1.6 bar
– maximum load:
tires 145 R 13	2.0 bar	2.3 bar
tires 155 R 13	1.9 bar	2.1 bar
tires 165 R 13	1.8 bar	2.0 bar
tires 175/70 R 13	1.9 bar	2.1 bar
1.4 and 1.6 liter models with fuel injection system:
– up to 3 passengers:
tires 155 R 13, 165 R 13 or 175/70 R 13	1.8 bar	1.6 bar
tires 175/65 R 14	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
tires 185/60 R 14	1.7 bar	1.7 bar
– maximum load:
tires 155 R 13	1.9 bar	2.2 bar
tires 165 R 13 or 175/70 R 13	1.9 bar	2.1 bar
tires 175/65 R 14	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
tires 185/60 R 14	1.8 bar	2.0 bar
1.6 L models with carburetor:
– up to 3 passengers	2.0 bar	1.8 bar
– maximum load	2.1 bar	2.3 bar
1.8L models:
– up to 3 passengers	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
– maximum load	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
2.0L models:
– models with 16 valves:
up to 3 passengers	2.3 bar	2.1 bar
ultimate load	2.4 bar	2.6 bar
8 valve models:
up to 3 passengers	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
ultimate load	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
Sedan models
Models 1.3 and 1.4 liters with carburetor:
– up to 3 passengers	1.8 bar	1.6 bar
– maximum load:
tires 155 R 13	1.9 bar	2.4 bar
tires 175/70 R 13	1.9 bar	2.1 bar
1.6 L models with carburetor:
– up to 3 passengers	2.0 bar	1.8 bar
– maximum load:
tires 155 R 13	2.1 bar	2.5 bar
tires 175/70 R 13	2.1 bar	2.3 bar
1.4 and 1.6 liter models with fuel injection system (see above for Hatchback models)
1.8L models:
– up to 3 passengers:	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
– maximum load	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
2.0 liter models (see above for information on Hatchback models)
Estate and Van models
Models 1.3 and 1.4 l:
– up to 3 passengers	1.8 bar	1.8 bar
– up to 4 passengers and 60 kg of cargo	1.9 bar	2.3 bar
– maximum load	2.0 bar	2.8 bar
1.6L models:
– up to 3 passengers	1.8 bar	1.8 bar
– up to 4 passengers and 60 kg of cargo	1.9 bar	2.3 bar
– maximum load	2.0 bar	2.8 bar
1.8 liter models:
– up to 3 passengers	2.1 bar	2.3 bar
– up to 4 passengers and 60 kg of cargo	2.2 bar	2.6 bar
– maximum load	2.2 bar	3.2 bar
Pickup models
Up to 2 passengers and 100 kg of cargo:
– tires 155 R 13	2.0 bar	2.2 bar
– tires 165 R13 and 165 R 14	1.8 bar	2.2 bar
Load limit:
– tires 155 R 13	2.2 bar	3.0 bar
– tires 165 R13 and 165 R 14	1.8 bar	3.0 bar
Convertible models
1.6L models:
– up to 3 passengers:
tires 175/70 R 13	1.8 bar	1.6 bar
tires 175/65 R 14	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
tires 185/60 R 14	1.7 bar	1.7 bar
– maximum load:
tires 175/ 70 R 13	1.9 bar	2.1 bar
tires 175/ 65 R 14	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
tires 185/ 60 R 14	1.8 bar	2.0 bar
2.0L models:
– up to 3 passengers:
tires 185/60 R 14	2.1 bar	1.9 bar
tires 185/55 R 15	2.5 bar	2.3 bar
– maximum load:
tires 185/60 R 14	2.2 bar	2.4 bar
tires 185/55 R 15	2.7 bar	2.9 bar

Warning

Pressures are based on factory installed tires only and may vary if different size tires are used.

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